Directory Services Engineer AD

Jacksonville, FL

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills

Active Directory Experience:

Advanced understanding of, and experience with:

LDAP Connectivity

PKI Integration with AD

Modern AD Security Concepts

AD Port and Protocol Knowledge

Non-Windows Applications Connecting to AD

General IT Skills

Risk and Security Awareness

Experience with communications through Firewalls

Good Communication Skills

Technical Documentation Skills and experience

Network Capture Review Experience

5+ years of hands‑on experience supporting multi‑domain Active Directory environments with expert proficiency in Microsoft AD and Entra ID

8+ years’ experience supporting Windows Server OS preferred

Expert proficiency working with the following: LDAP, Kerberos, AD backup and recovery

Ability to communicate across perceived organizational boundaries and break down silos to achieve global collaboration

Proactive team player who takes the initiative to meet goals and drive operational improvements

Balance tactical and strategic goals into a stable and manageable operational framework

SQL Server and/or PowerShell scripting experience is a plus

Ability to adapt communication styles to effectively communicate with senior management, customers and end‑users

Education and Certifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Any relevant technology certifications are a plus

Primary Tasks

Project Efforts

Work with other Engineering and Operations teams to complete large projects

Represent AD Engineering in cross‑organizational efforts

Manage full Engineering lifecycle for AD Enhancement efforts

Review application interactivity with Active Directory in a lab context prior to release to UAT and Production environments

Assist application managers with establishing AD connectivity

Ensure applications do not negatively impact AD functionality

Assist with managing Lab Server fleet to required standards

Perform post‑patching checkouts to ensure no negative impacts prior to promotion to UAT

Respond to user issues with logins, passwords, lockouts, etc.

Respond to user requests for Groups, OUs, Users, etc.

Desired Candidate Profile
Qualifications: Bachelor of Computer Science

This job description provides a high‑level review of the types of work performed. Other job‑related duties may be assigned as required.

The successful candidate will provide Engineering support for a large on‑premise Active Directory (AD) environment. This involves all aspects of Testing and Engineering for AD (Domain Creation, Group Policy Management, Security Enhancements and Testing, etc.), as well as Testing and Engineering for AD Support Infrastructures (e.g., Backup and Restore, Privileged Access Workstations, AD Security Monitoring, etc.).

Salary Range: $90,000 to $120,000 per year

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